CVE-2018-8148
First published: Wed May 09 2018(Updated: )
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Excel software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2018-8147, CVE-2018-8162.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Excel | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Excel | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Excel | =2016 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2016 | |
| Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office For Mac | =2016 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-8148?
CVE-2018-8148 is a remote code execution vulnerability in Microsoft Excel software.
How does CVE-2018-8148 affect Microsoft Office and Microsoft Excel?
CVE-2018-8148 affects Microsoft Office and Microsoft Excel.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-8148?
CVE-2018-8148 has a severity rating of 7.8, which is considered critical.
Which versions of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office are affected by CVE-2018-8148?
Microsoft Excel 2010 SP2, Excel 2013 SP1, Excel 2016, Office 2010 SP2, Office 2013 SP1, Office 2016, Office Compatibility Pack SP3, and Office For Mac 2016 are affected by CVE-2018-8148.
How can I fix CVE-2018-8148?
Apply the necessary security updates provided by Microsoft to fix CVE-2018-8148.
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